...They're not easy subjects and don't come easily to many people. In fact, they require many hours of practice and thought even for the people that are 'good' at them. And you may very well feel like it doesn't come naturally to you. (read more)
...I got straight As in my college music theory classes, and since then have been a practical user of music theory. For 10+ years I directed a community chorus and taught adults with no formal training to read rhythms and pitches, and to recognize harmonies. Over the years I have arranged 40+ songs for vocal groups, so I have a good feel for how the material is used in practice. (read more)
...I am a native Spanish speaker (I am half Mexican and grew up speaking at home) and I had 8 years of bilingual school along with AP Spanish Language and AP Spanish Literature in High School! I also continued to become a Latin American Studies Minor at MIT and took several Spanish Literature, Hist... (read more)
...I also hold a doctorate and master's degree in public administration and a bachelor's degree in business, concentrating on organizational leadership. I have taught courses in all of these disciplines. I have over 20 years of working in government and have lectured on public policy. (read more)
...I will help my students to understand the material that is given to them. I have 4 year's experience tutoring from kindergarten to 5th grade classrooms. I worked directly with students in small focus groups of 5-10 students. (read more)